Graduate Assistants (Multiple Positions)

The USC Upstate Athletics graduate assistantship program is the result of a unique partnership between USC Upstate Athletics and the USC Columbia Master of Science in Sport and Entertainment Management (MSEM) program.  All USC Upstate graduate assistants must be accepted into the top rated MSEM program at USC Columbia and will attend the majority of their classes in a virtual format.  Click here for more information regarding the MSEM program.  Click here for a complete list of graduate assistant positions available within the department of athletics.

Graduate Assistant for Athletic Development & Administration

This position supports the athletic director and the general operations of the department of athletics, with a focus on fundraising and external engagement of alumni, supporters, and fans.  This position reports jointly to the Athletics Director and Associate Athletics Director for Development.  Click here to see the Position Description.

Graduate assistant positions include an $800 monthly stipend, plus an out-of-state tuition waiver, if applicable.  The student is responsible for in state tuition.   To apply, please email a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Daniel Feig, Director of Athletics at dfeig@uscupstate.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience collegiate athletics.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  USC Upstate is an AA/EEO Employer.  All graduate assistant positions require the ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends.

Graduate Assistant for Athletic Academic Services

This position provides comprehensive academic support for student-athletes on selected teams and will assist in all life skills programming. This position reports directly to the Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Enrichment. Click here to see the Position Description.

Graduate assistant positions include an $800 monthly stipend, plus an out-of-state tuition waiver, if applicable.  The student is responsible for in state tuition.   To apply, please email a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Sarah Gildersleeve Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Enrichment/Senior Woman Administrator at sarahg2@uscupstate.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience collegiate athletics.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  USC Upstate is an AA/EEO Employer.  All graduate assistant positions require the ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends.

Graduate Assistant for Athletic Video Services

This position supports the external affairs unit within the department with a focus on USC Upstate athletic department broadcasting and creative video content creation.  This position reports jointly to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Operations and Director of Video Services.  Click here to see the Position Description.

Graduate assistant positions include an $800 monthly stipend, plus an out-of-state tuition waiver, if applicable.  The student is responsible for in state tuition.   To apply, please email a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Lenny Mathis, Senior Associate AD – External Operations at ldmathis@uscupstate.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience collegiate athletics.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  USC Upstate is an AA/EEO Employer.  All graduate assistant positions require the ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends.

Graduate Assistant for Athletic Compliance & Administration

This position supports the athletic compliance office and the general operations of the department of athletics.  This position has particular focus on NCAA institutional compliance duties and support of the administrative efforts surrounding our administration, student-athletes and coaches. This position reports directly to the Associate Athletics Director for Compliance and indirectly to the Athletics Director.  Click here to see the Position Description.

Graduate assistant positions include an $800 monthly stipend, plus an out-of-state tuition waiver, if applicable.  The student is responsible for in state tuition.   To apply, please email a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Dr. Robbie Davis, Associate Athletics Director for Compliance at rdavis8@uscupstate.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience collegiate athletics.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  USC Upstate is an AA/EEO Employer.  All graduate assistant positions require the ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends.